Why do I get angry when someone orders me?

When someone orders you to behave a certain way instead of asking you, they are bypassing your bodily autonomy and right to consent. This is ethically objectionable according to the philosophy of ethics and may cause an immediate emotional reaction.

Why do I get so angry when Im told to do something?

When people feel that their choices are restricted, or that others are telling them what to do, they sometimes rebel and do the opposite. Scientists have a term for this: psychological reactance. Psychological reactance is our brain’s response to a threat to our freedom.

Why do I get triggered when people tell me what to do?

Do you get punished for your anger?

If you need to flag this entry as abusive, send us an email. You will not be punished for your anger. You will be punished by your anger. -Buddah A very wise teacher once told me that anytime I find myself angry or upset with someone, I need to look at what it is in them that I see in myself. What is it triggering in me that needs to be healed?

What to do when someone is angry at you for setting boundaries?

“The first thing you need to learn is that the person who is angry at you for setting boundaries is the one with the problem…Maintaining your boundaries is good for other people; it will help them learn what their families of origin did not teach them: to respect other people.

How do you know if someone is taking something without asking?

Maybe they repeatedly take something that’s yours without asking (even though you’ve asked them not to), or continually take advantage of your kindness, patience, or generosity. Perhaps they blatantly disrespect any lines you’ve tried to draw in the sand, or simply do all the taking and none of the giving.

Why do I get triggered when my boyfriend reacts to minor things?

So when he reacts to something I feel is minor, I get triggered because it’s a trait I dislike in myself. So I use him as an opportunity to heal that wound in me by showing him compassion in those moments. I ask myself, “What would I want my own mother to say to me if I was upset about something even if it seems minor to her?”